The sky on Sunday, 27 September 2026
On Sunday, 27 September 2026 the Moon is a Full Moon, 99% lit, in Aries (tropical) and Meena rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Libra.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Pratipada until 27 Sept, 9:02 pm IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Uttara Bhadrapada, pada 4 (lord Saturn) until 27 Sept, 11:10 am IST |
| Moon rashi | Meena |
| Sun rashi | Kanya |
Lahiri ayanamsa. Times are exact astronomical crossings in IST. Printed panchangs reckon tithi and nakshatra from local sunrise, so expect differences of a few minutes, and of a day near a boundary.
The Moon tonight
Rising as the Sun sets and up all night. What was hidden is easy to see tonight, in yourself as well.
The Moon in Aries makes for a short fuse and a quick evening. Start the thing; explain it later.
Next full Moon: 26 Oct, 9:48 am IST. Next new Moon: 10 Oct, 9:20 pm IST.
Where the planets are
| Planet | Sign (tropical) | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury | Libra 26° | evening sky, west |
| Venus | Scorpio 7° | evening sky, west |
| Mars | Cancer 29° | morning sky, east |
| Jupiter | Leo 19° | morning sky, east |
| Saturn | Aries 11° ℞ retrograde | up all night |
Retrograde today: Saturn. All retrograde dates.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 27 Sept 2026?
- Full Moon, 99% illuminated, with the Moon in Aries (tropical) / Meena (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 27 Sept 2026?
- Krishna Pratipada at sunrise in India, until 27 Sept, 9:02 pm IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 27 Sept 2026?
- Uttara Bhadrapada (pada 4), ruled by Saturn, until 27 Sept, 11:10 am IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 27 Sept 2026?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Libra.
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